careless

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Causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving carries a maximum sentence of five years, while causing death by driving while uninsured carries a maximum term of two years, according to the Sentencing Council.

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2026

In her closing remarks, Halem’s attorney Megan Maitia blasted the LAPD’s Robbery-Homicide Division and the district attorney’s office for what she called a “lazy, careless investigation.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

Like, just in case someone’s dawdling, or being careless about where they’re dumping snow.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2026

In my case, the confession didn’t make me look careless or unserious.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Bluford Jackson wouldn’t of been careless about the shotgun shells or the grub box, either.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns